2005 BMW 320 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,170 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 20 kg more than 2005 BMW 320.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 320 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 320 | CLK |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2170 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |